Well, we've made it full circle! Does anyone else get that feeling about December? The last month of the year, a month of festivity, the month we are all shocked that we've arrived at yet again?
I like December. I like the plans, the busy fingers, the cozy nesting, the nostalgic ache, the small lights in the dark. December is a reflective month. You can't help but think about what you were doing a year ago and what you've been doing since. I think this brings about rotating feelings of peace and anxiety. Oh, the holidays!
And if it weren't simply enough to let December usher in these magnitudes of time--my niece and nephew turned 18 yesterday! Criminy! My family is growing up. Lots of change.
I like December. I like the plans, the busy fingers, the cozy nesting, the nostalgic ache, the small lights in the dark. December is a reflective month. You can't help but think about what you were doing a year ago and what you've been doing since. I think this brings about rotating feelings of peace and anxiety. Oh, the holidays!
And if it weren't simply enough to let December usher in these magnitudes of time--my niece and nephew turned 18 yesterday! Criminy! My family is growing up. Lots of change.
In other non-related news, I am working out again. I'm not sure I can fairly say this yet because I just started on Sunday. My friend shared a monthly guest pass to her really nice, pricey fitness center, so I'm going to give it a fighting chance this month. Unfortunately I don't know what I'm doing...
Though athletically inclined in my school days, I never really learned about fitness, just sport. I know how to play for a team, but aside from jogging (which I do not love to do), I never learned what I could do on my own to stay healthy. She and I have been going to some classes, but hopefully I can also get some instruction on the self-service gym stuff. I am certainly weak, but I will thank my body for being so forgiving. It seems like after just a couple sessions that firm heart-shaped bulk in my calves is already returning (thanks Dad). Or maybe I'm just sore and want to believe!
Anyone out there know what I'm talking about? Do you know how to navigate yourself through a gym?
Happy December, all.
Though athletically inclined in my school days, I never really learned about fitness, just sport. I know how to play for a team, but aside from jogging (which I do not love to do), I never learned what I could do on my own to stay healthy. She and I have been going to some classes, but hopefully I can also get some instruction on the self-service gym stuff. I am certainly weak, but I will thank my body for being so forgiving. It seems like after just a couple sessions that firm heart-shaped bulk in my calves is already returning (thanks Dad). Or maybe I'm just sore and want to believe!
Anyone out there know what I'm talking about? Do you know how to navigate yourself through a gym?
Happy December, all.
3 comments:
Way to go! It will feel so good to get active, especially during this season of extra eating! ;)
Look into a fitness consultation. We offer those at the gym where I work (and workout) Ours include a one-hour session with a trainer to cover the basics about what your fitness level is, goals you have, and then a walk-through of a workout session tailored to fit your needs - with explanations of all the machines, etc. Maybe they offer something like that??? Or at least you could approach some weight room staff and ask questions if you have some. I find that I enjoy the classes most though - those big weight rooms are intimidating, and I seem to lose motivation quickly when I don't have the accountability I feel from the large group setting.
There are also great workouts online (like Women's Health, Fitness, etc) for weight training and cardio machines.
Enjoy!
A good quality jump rope and some good music on your ipod would be an adequate workout most days. There are videos on youtube that you can use to study how to jump correctly and moving on to dancing activity utilizes all the aerobics you need. Just start with simple stretching at home on your mat and a $14 gym ball from wally world. I could come and consult if you want. :)
Bravo!! Thank your body for all the good things it does for you!
Love, Mom
Post a Comment